Baked Tilapia Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
273 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Tilapia Recipe
Description
The recipe uses two tilapia fillets seasoned evenly on both sides with thyme, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. They are placed in a baking dish and topped with minced garlic, melted butter, and fresh lemon juice. This combination infuses a subtle herb and smoky paprika flavor with a creamy, citrusy butter sauce during baking.
Baking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 11 minutes makes the fish tender and flaky. The doneness is tested by inserting a fork into the center and gently twisting; if the fish flakes easily, it is fully cooked. The lemon wedges garnish adds a bright touch to each serving.
This simple baked fish works well for a quick, light meal and can be paired with vegetables, rice, or potatoes. Adjusting the seasoning allows tailoring the flavor profile to personal taste.
Fresh tilapia is preferred for best texture and flavor, while frozen fillets should be thawed completely before cooking. Leftovers can be refrigerated safely for up to four days.
Ingredients
- 2 tilapia fillets
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp paprika
- pinch salt sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 3 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- lemon for garnish, sliced
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Season both sides of tilapia fillets with thyme, paprika, sea salt and pepper.
- Then, place fish in a casserole or baking dish. Pour over minced garlic, butter and lemon juice.
- Bake for 10 to 11 minutes or until fish is flaky. To test doneness, insert fork into the middle of the fish. Slowly turn the fork. If the fish easily flakes, it is done.
- Finally, remove from oven. Garnish with sliced lemon if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh tilapia fillets for optimal taste and texture; thaw frozen fillets fully before baking.
- Adjust seasoning amounts to suit your preference for herbs and spices.
- Bake until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
- Store any leftover cooked tilapia in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 115mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 179mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 553mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 416IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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